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1998 Caterham Seven 1.6L Petrol · T473 KDP

T473 KDP

1998 Caterham Seven (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1998. Recorded mileage 1,865 miles. MOT valid until 06/05/2027. Taxed until 01/10/2026.

Make & Model
CATERHAM SEVEN
Year / Origin
1998
MOT Status
Valid until 06/05/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/10/2026)
Recorded Mileage
1,865 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 06/05/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/10/2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1998
Engine
1585cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT test on May 8th, 2026, passed with no defects recorded. The MOT history shows a consistent pattern of passing tests across all recorded dates. There are no recorded defects mentioned in any of the history entries. The trend in the MOT history is stable, as the vehicle has consistently passed inspections over the last few years. The mileage of 1,865 miles on a vehicle that is approximately 28 years old suggests relatively light use, averaging around 67 miles per year. This lower mileage might indicate periods of under-use rather than heavy, continuous driving. Given the clean MOT history and the relatively low mileage for its age, the primary risk pattern appears to be low, as evidenced by the consistent passing results. A buyer should inspect the suspension components thoroughly, check the condition of the brakes, and examine the drivetrain for any signs of wear or unusual noise during a test drive.

T473 KDP Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
  • 1,865 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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T473 KDP Mileage History

  1. 17/02/20221,231 mi
  2. 16/02/20231,509 mi+278 mi
  3. 13/02/20241,660 mi+151 mi
  4. 04/04/20251,804 mi+144 mi
  5. 08/05/20261,865 mi+61 mi

Average of roughly 150 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

T473 KDP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 02:46
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Caterham Seven (T473 KDP) between February 2022 and May 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY